§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he is satisfied with the regulations governing the use and operation of citizens band radio.
§ Mr. ButcherThe licence conditions governing the use and operation of CB radio were revised with effect from 5 March 1984 and we keep the position under review. However, if my hon. Friend has a particular point in mind, perhaps he will write to me.
§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many citizens band radio licences were issued in 1983 and 1984 to date; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ButcherSome 135,000 new licences were issued in 1983 and 38,000 in the first five months of 1984. At the end of May 1984 there were approximately 216,000 licences on issue.